Tariq Lamptey Seals QPR Move, Eyes Ghana Return
Ghana's Tariq Lamptey has completed a move to Queens Park Rangers, hoping to rediscover his form after a frustrating stint with Fiorentina. The 25-year-old full-back has joined QPR as a free agent, ending his short-lived spell with the Italian club.
What Happened?
Lamptey's time in Serie A was marred by persistent fitness problems, which limited him to just 25 minutes of competitive football throughout the 2025/26 season. Despite the setbacks, the Ghanaian remains confident that he can return to the level that made him one of England's brightest young full-backs.
Why it Matters for Ghana
Lamptey's move to QPR comes as a boost for the Black Stars, who are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Ghanaian international will be hoping to reclaim a consistent place in the national team setup, where he has earned 11 senior caps.
What Comes Next?
With a fresh start in familiar surroundings in England, Lamptey will be aiming to put his injury troubles behind him and rediscover the form that once made him one of the most highly-rated full-backs in European football. The Ghanaian remains optimistic about his chances, saying, "I know what I'm capable of and I set myself high standards. I had a great start to my career, and I'll keep continuing that."
Lamptey's journey to QPR began at Chelsea's renowned academy, where he progressed through the ranks before making his Premier League debut against Arsenal in December 2019. He later moved to Brighton & Hove Albion, where he established himself as one of the league's most exciting attacking full-backs, making over 120 appearances across all competitions.
Internationally, Lamptey switched allegiance from England to Ghana and represented the Black Stars at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He will be hoping regular football at QPR helps him reclaim a consistent place in the national team setup.
Last result: Croatia 2-1 Ghana (2026-06-27). Recent form (last 5): 0W-1D-4L (LDLLL, most recent first).
